10 Questions
What is the process of altering readable data into unreadable form to prevent unauthorized access?
Encoding
What are unencrypted messages known as?
Plain text
What is the term for encrypted text?
Ciphertext
What is used to encrypt and decrypt coded messages?
Encryption key
What does encryption use to create coded messages that are difficult to break?
Powerful mathematical ciphers
What is the process of altering readable data into unreadable form to prevent unauthorized access?
Encoding
What does encryption use to create coded messages that are difficult to break?
Algorithms
What are unencrypted messages known as?
Plaintext
What is used to encrypt and decrypt coded messages?
Symmetric keys
What is the term for encrypted text?
Ciphertext
Test your knowledge of online safety and encryption with this quiz. Learn about the process of altering readable data into unreadable forms to protect sensitive information. This quiz is perfect for anyone interested in understanding the basics of information technology and secure online practices.
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